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Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Ancient History

Australia

What will I learn?

Summary

The Bachelor of Economics will provide you with a sound understanding of today's complex economic environment and the skills to design economic systems that promote welfare, fairness and sustainability. You'll learn about how modern economies operate, trade and grow; the role of prices and markets in allocating scarce resources; and the sorts of policy interventions that can be introduced when economic outcomes are less than optimal. Macquarie's world-leading Bachelor of Ancient History - the longest-running and broadest of its kind in Australia - allows you to immerse yourself in the culture and languages of the ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern worlds, both on campus and at archaeological dig sites overseas.

Key features

Study in our state-of-the-art facilities

Access our Finance Decision Lab and incubator, and participate in simulations and workshops. Study at a globally recognised institution

Study at a business school that's accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Undertake the only degree of its kind in Australia

Study the only degree in Australia offering a full study of Egyptology, Greece, Rome, Late Antiquity and Byzantium. Study ancient languages, and pursue your own research interests

Choose a minor in Ancient Greek, Egyptian Hieroglyphs or Latin, or study Ancient Hebrew and/or Coptic - all from beginner level.

Career Outcomes

Professions

Academic

Archivist

Collections officer

Conservation consultant

Cultural heritage specialist

Econometrician

Economist

Financial adviser or analyst

Gallery or museum curator

Historian

Investment analyst

Journalist

Market analyst

Museum education officer

Policy analyst

Tourism and travel consultant

Employers

Banks and financial institutions

Consulting firms

Cultural and heritage organisations

Diplomatic and consular agencies

Educational institutions

Government agencies and departments

International organisations

Libraries

Museums

NGOs

Research institutes

Schools

Tourism and hospitality sector

Universities

Which department am I in?

Macquarie Business School

CRICOS

098526D

Study options

Full Time (4 years)

Tuition fees
A$43,200.00 (US$ 28,470) per year
Bachelor of Economics - AUD $43,200; Bachelor of Ancient History - AUD $37,900

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2025

Venue

North Ryde Campus

4–6 Eastern Road,

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY,

New South Wales,

2109, MACQUARIE PARK, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To apply for an undergraduate program, international students will need to have completed one or more of the following academic qualifications:

  • A recognised senior secondary school qualification or university entrance examination, such as the New South Wales Higher School Certificate (NSW HSC) or other equivalent Australian or overseas high school qualification
  • A recognised university Foundation course
  • A recognised 2 or 3-year Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree
  • At least one year of a university degree from a recognised institution

English language requirements

  • IELTS Academic - IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent
  • TOEFL iBT - 83 (Reading - 13; Writing - 21; Listening - 12; Speaking - 18)
  • PTE Academic - 58 minimum 52 in each band, or equivalent
  • Cambridge English (C1A or C2P) - 180 minimum 169 in each band, or equivalent
  • Occupational English Test (OET) - (Reading - C+; Writing - C+; Listening - C/C+; Speaking - C/C+)
  • Duolingo English Test (DET) - 115 minimum 110 in each band, or equivalent

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Macquarie University

Macquarie is in the top 130 of universities globally (QS 2024) and is a leading institution with a strong tradition of innovation and exploration.

  • Ranked in the top 130 universities worldwide
  • Located in Sydney’s fastest-growing business region
  • Provides over 30,000 practical work placements
  • Offers generous scholarship programs

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